I finally put a map over your bed.
I know it isn't technically YOUR room anymore. Your room is a few hours away... in YOUR own home with YOUR own husband.
I just want the map to remind you that this will always be your home too... you and your husband's...
You have such a wonderful life... several hours away. You have very bright, kind and dear friends, rich and fulfilling work, a church family that you loves you almost as much as we do, and you have each other... and that is THE BEST part!
It's been such a joy to watch you and Jonathan build a life together... and continue your magnificent love story!
Do you remember all the girl talks we would have together under the covers in this room... how you would share so openly about what you would like your life to be someday? I could have listened for hours and hours to your dreams!
They still play in my head... I can hear your "little birdie voice" haunting this bedroom!
They still play in my head... I can hear your "little birdie voice" haunting this bedroom!
And when you finally met THE ONE... I knew! I knew that your sweet heart, which you had so wisely guarded and protected for so long, would belong to him... forever. And I prayed that he would be worthy of you.
And WE prayed together in this room... and God answered our prayers!
And WE prayed together in this room... and God answered our prayers!
Those were the days of pink hydrangeas and gingham and every corner of your room filled with girly frills... and cheerleading uniforms and ballet slippers and crowns and chemistry books!
But when you became a Mrs you grew up and so did your room. It grew to accommodate your new Mr.
And our family grew to accommodate him too... and also grew to love him.
So... I made this map to remind you where you... and Jonathan... are from and to remind you that there is so much love here for both of you...
To say... even though you live in your own home and have your own room several hours away... this will always be your room and your home, too!
To say... even though you live in your own home and have your own room several hours away... this will always be your room and your home, too!
But you already knew that!
Beautiful room, love the map and sweet post.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful - the room and the post!
ReplyDeleteLove the words..
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely memories..:)
It all goes by so fast doesn't it?
Cute room and post....Love the map!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful thoughts from a mother's heart!! The room is so pretty and calming. I'm sure your daughter and SIL will always cherish the thought of going home. The map is genius!! Blessings, Linda
ReplyDeleteHow precious!! You're a sweet mama :)
ReplyDeleteLove maps and love that bedroom. The sentiment behind why this was done brought tears to my eyes...you are an amazing person and mom, Yvonne!
ReplyDeletePrecious post! Room is very calming and comfortable. Can I ask where you bought the map from? I live in PA in South Central part of state and would like to have one of these. Thanks for always encouraging us and teaching us. Titus 2 you are Yvonne ...
ReplyDeleteStop back tomorrow and I'll have a tutorial and all the details!
DeleteLovely post Yvonne. So sweet and sentimental!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet gesture! Beautiful room.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful post. I cried while reading it because I could hear a mothers' voice so full of love. This has to be the most beautiful and loving post I've ever read. Thank you for sharing your innermost and loving thoughts with us.
ReplyDeleteTouching post,reminded Me of how I felt as each of My four daughters married and left the home they grew up in.Beautiful room,so inviting :)
ReplyDeleteThis is the sweetest post I have ever seen.
ReplyDeleteAww what a sweet post to read, Yvonne. I'm sure your daughter treasures the memories as much as you do.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet story! She's a lucky girl and you're a lucky Mom!
ReplyDeleteoh how we love our girlies. such a precious post, and the map looks perfect above the bed!
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteThis post touched my heart in such a precious way, dear friend!!!
My sweet friends daughters is getting married on Friday!
I'm sending this to her today!
Thank you for sharing all the meaning behind this Mapping Your Way Home!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Yvonne, this is beautiful! Love, pride, memories ... encouragement, longing, God's provision ... all wrapped up in the words spoken from you Mama heart. What a special tribute to the relationship you have with your "little girl" and (now) the man of her dreams.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post. Beautiful sentiment. Thanks for sharing. Your daughter and her Mr. are truly blessed to be in your family.
ReplyDeleteWhat an truly beautiful post Yvonne! Even though I do not have girls but boys I know that though they are still in elementary school I will blink and they will be moving away as well. Its a bittersweet time for sure.
ReplyDeleteThere's always a place in heart and home for those we love. A beautiful post, Yvonne, full of the love that a mother's heart holds. I love it when my children come home to stay under my roof. It doesn't happen often because 2 of the 3 live in town. The map is a wonderful idea.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful post for your darling daughter! They are the greatest treasure, aren't they? And someday I'm sure you will be squeezing a crib into that room also :)
ReplyDeletexoxo, Andrea
Yvonne, this is my favorite post you have ever posted. Period. End of discussion.
ReplyDeleteNothing like starting the morning with tears... oh my. Sweet, sweet post. Had to grab a tissue. What a wonderful, blessed family.
ReplyDeleteI just love your blog! We are kindred spirits in every way.
ReplyDeleteMy only daughter is getting married next year and your post today spoke right to my heart. God bless your ministry of this blog.
What a beautiful post about your daughter and her life.
ReplyDeleteJust love the map with the heart where you raised your family.
What a beautiful family you and Mr. StoneGable have raised.
Denise
Such a beautiful and moving post. Our eldest just got married 2 months ago and left the nest to start his new life with his luv. I can so share and relate to your post.It speaks to my heart so.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Gee
What a sweet post for your daughter. The room looks warm and welcoming for the young couple. I know they love to return to this home again and again. '-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful heart and beautiful room!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet post and a beautiful room.
ReplyDeleteoh my this post brought tears to my eyes!! how incredibly special and sweet and dear! when we bought this old house my children said mom most people downsize when the nest is empty..not us...we want everyone to have their very own room...complete with grade school photos of ponytails and braces
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful post. The room is so beautiful too. What a welcoming place for your daughter and son in law to come home too for a visit. Sweet sweet post. Loved this.
ReplyDeleteKris
Brought tears to my eyes. Really touched me how we feel about our grown up girls. Thank you, Sara, Ohio
ReplyDeleteMy daughter is 3, and I read this as she was walking around the room, humming to herself. I teared when you described the time spent with your daughter under her covers. I hope when my daughter grows, we'll continue to be best friends then, too.
ReplyDeleteThis was beautiful; a treat to read.
What a sweet sweet post. Maybe I should try a similar approach with CC who is not married but going to Korea to study for a long time.
ReplyDeleteOh Yvonne, such a sweet and tender post and the room is just lovely.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
moni
Beautiful bedroom and the post and sentiment behind it is even better!
ReplyDeleteOh Yvonne, this touched my heart. What a beautiful post, and room. I love the map! Love it. XOXO
ReplyDeleteOhmigosh! Made me cry! I had identical twin girls when I was 41. They are 9 now. I so love lying in bed with them... talking about silly things and serious things...and always ending in prayer. I don't want to think of them growing up.... and leaving the house...although I know they'll be headed for college before I know it. What a precious way you've captured such tender memories in your daughter's and your life....and it's all made even more precious by keeping that special love so alive and growing! How blessed you all are!
ReplyDeleteLove the map and the room. Black, tan, & white are spectacular together!
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ReplyDeleteHi Yvonne, I've followed your blog for a long time and relished reading each post including the scripture/message. Your post today brought tears to my eyes, such a beautiful tribute. Our children will always have a home, where their parents are! In 2 days time we say bon voyage to our younger twin son who leaves for Lyon France, for further study & work. So we will be empty nesters.
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet post, Yvonne, and a sweet room too! Reading it brought tears to my eyes since my "little" isn't little any more.
ReplyDeleteSuch a heartwarming post and beautiful room!~~Angela
ReplyDeleteOh those days of sweet little girls. Exciting to watch them on their own, and brings a tear to my eye every single time thinking back to when mine were young.
ReplyDeleteBliss
what a lovely sentiment. And a lucky daughter!
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post.
Christine
What a sweet post Yvonne! Love the map...love the whole room!!
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post. The map is lovely and makes the room with the pretty bedding.
Karen
Yvonne- what a touching and sweet message. You are a gem....and I bet your daughter thinks so too!!
ReplyDeleteOh you made me cry......what a sweet project you did and a story to tell your daughter. I live in Maine and my one & only daughter lives in Texas, so far away.....Miss our girls everyday. Thanks Andi
ReplyDeletei wish every parent would remind their child - no matter what - know your way home - like the prodigal son alwyas welcome - love this
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